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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/21/2026
01/21/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Create a new section of KRS Chapter 337 to require every employer to establish a workplace policy that provides employees the right to disconnect from communications from the employer during nonworking hours; provide exceptions; amend KRS 337.990 to provide a penalty for violation of the lunch period requirements in KRS 337.355 and for violation by an employer of a right to disconnect workplace policy.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a "right to disconnect" policy for employers in Kentucky, requiring them to create a workplace policy that allows employees to ignore communications from their employer during nonworking hours, which are defined as times outside of their assigned work hours and agreed upon in writing. However, employers can contact employees during nonworking hours for emergencies, which are unforeseen situations threatening people, operations, or property, or for scheduling purposes. This right to disconnect does not apply to employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement, and employers who violate this policy three or more times will face civil penalties. Additionally, the bill amends existing law to include penalties for employers who violate lunch period requirements and for violations of the new right to disconnect policy.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
to Economic Development & Workforce Investment (H) (on 01/21/2026)
Official Document
bill text
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bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/26RS/hb341.html |
| BillText | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/recorddocuments/bill/26RS/hb341/orig_bill.pdf |
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